Start Your Dubai Company in Under 60 Minutes
Meydan Free Zone offers the fastest company formation in the UAE. Get your LLC trade license through the Fawri instant platform, fully online, with no share capital required. Packages from AED 12,500 with up to 6 visa allocations.
License Issuance
Under 60 Min
Business Activities
2,500+
Starting Price
AED 12,500
Max Visa Allocation
6
About Meydan Free Zone
Meydan Free Zone is a digital-first free zone headquartered at the Meydan Grandstand, 6th Floor, Meydan Road, Nad Al Sheba 1, Dubai. Established in 2009 under Law No. 5, MFZ is part of the Meydan Group, which was incorporated under Dubai Holding in March 2024 under the leadership of H.H. Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum. The zone supports over 2,500 approved business activities across commercial, service, media, and e-commerce categories. Its Fawri instant licensing system can issue a complete LLC trade license with Certificate of Formation, MOA, share register, and lease agreement in under 60 minutes, backed by a money-back guarantee. Over 15,000 companies have been formed through the platform since its September 2021 digital relaunch. Named Best Digital Free Zone in the UAE at the Global Business Outlook Awards 2022. Strategic partnerships with noon, Amazon, Aramex, and banking partners including Wio Bank, Ajman Bank, and Al Maryah Community Bank create an integrated business ecosystem.
Jurisdiction Key Facts
- Location
- Meydan Grandstand, Nad Al Sheba, Dubai
- Established
- 2009
- Legal Basis
- Ruler's Decree No. 5
- Parent Group
- Meydan Group
- Registered Companies
- 1,000+
- Available Activities
- 2,500+
- Share Capital
- None required
- Remote Incorporation
- Yes, fully digital via Fawri platform
- Max Shareholders
- 50 (natural persons or corporate entities)
- Max Directors
- 4 (natural persons only)
- Mainland Branch
- Available under Dubai EC Resolution 11/2025
Why Choose Meydan Free Zone
Fast, affordable, and fully digital company formation in the heart of Dubai
License in Under 60 Minutes
The Fawri instant licensing platform issues your complete LLC trade license, Certificate of Formation, MOA, share register, and lease agreement in under 60 minutes. If it takes longer, you get your money back.
100% Foreign Ownership
Full control of your company with no local sponsor or partner required. Repatriate 100% of your capital and profits without restriction.
No Share Capital Required
Unlike most UAE free zones, MFZ does not require any minimum share capital deposit. You do not need to lock up funds in a bank account to start your business.
Packages from AED 12,500
One of the most affordable Dubai free zones. License packages start from AED 12,500 per year and include a flexi desk, up to 3 business activities, and registration.
0% Tax on Qualifying Income
MFZ is a Qualifying Free Zone under UAE Corporate Tax law. Eligible companies pay 0% corporate tax on qualifying income. Zero personal income tax.
Up to 6 Visa Allocations
Flexible visa packages from 0 to 6 allocations per license. Scale your team as your business grows without needing to upgrade your office.
2,500+ Business Activities
Choose from over 2,500 approved activities across technology, e-commerce, consulting, media, and trading. Combine up to 3 activity groups under one license.
Fully Digital Platform
The entire setup process is online. No physical visits, no paper documents, no appointments. UAE Pass integration for fast identity verification.
Packages and Pricing
Transparent, all-inclusive packages with flexible visa options
License Only (0 Visas)
Billed annually
- 0 Resident Visa(s)
- Flexi desk facility
- LLC-FZ trade license
- Flexi desk facility
- Up to 3 business activities
- Company registration
- No visa allocation
Starter (1 Visa)
Billed annually
- 1 Resident Visa(s)
- Flexi desk facility
- LLC-FZ trade license
- Flexi desk facility
- Up to 3 business activities
- 1 visa allocation
- Company registration
Growth (2 Visas)
Billed annually
- 2 Resident Visa(s)
- Flexi desk facility
- LLC-FZ trade license
- Flexi desk facility
- Up to 3 business activities
- 2 visa allocations
- Company registration
Team (3 Visas)
Billed annually
- 3 Resident Visa(s)
- Flexi desk facility
- LLC-FZ trade license
- Flexi desk facility
- Up to 3 business activities
- 3 visa allocations
- Company registration
Scale (6 Visas)
Billed annually
- 6 Resident Visa(s)
- Flexi desk facility
- LLC-FZ trade license
- Flexi desk facility
- Up to 3 business activities
- 6 visa allocations
- Company registration
Fawri Instant (0 Visas)
Billed annually
- 0 Resident Visa(s)
- Flexi desk facility
- LLC-FZ trade license (issued in under 60 min)
- Flexi desk facility
- Up to 3 business activities
- 1 free amendment in first year
- No visa allocation
- Money-back guarantee if not issued in 60 min
AED Pricing
Packages and Pricing
Transparent, all-inclusive packages with flexible visa options
Total Estimated Cost (Year 1)
Estimated first-year setup fees derived from landing page content.
Cost Phase Timeline
Active Phase 1
One-Time Fees
AED 11,890
AED 5,000
License Types Available
Choose from commercial, service, media, and e-commerce license categories
Commercial License
Service / Consultancy License
Media License
E-commerce License
Popular Business Activities
Over 2,500 approved activities across key business sectors
Filter by Category
| Activity Name | Category |
|---|---|
| Information Technology Services | Technology and IT |
| Software Development | Technology and IT |
| IT Consulting | Technology and IT |
| Web Design and Development | Technology and IT |
| Cybersecurity Services | Technology and IT |
| E-commerce | E-commerce and Trading |
| General Trading | E-commerce and Trading |
| Online Retail | E-commerce and Trading |
| Wholesale Trading | E-commerce and Trading |
| Dropshipping Services | E-commerce and Trading |
| Management Consultancy | Consulting and Professional |
| Business Consultancy | Consulting and Professional |
| Financial Advisory | Consulting and Professional |
| Human Resources Consultancy | Consulting and Professional |
| Legal Consultancy | Consulting and Professional |
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How to Set Up Your MFZ Company
A fully digital process with Fawri instant licensing
Phase 1 Focus
Initial Approval
Included Technology & Services
Select Your Business Activities
Choose up to 3 activity groups from over 2,500 approved options on the MFZ digital platform. Select your preferred license type (commercial, service, media, or e-commerce).
Reserve Your Company Name
Submit your preferred trade names through the online portal. Provide at least 3 options to ensure availability. Names must comply with MFZ naming guidelines.
Submit Documents Online
Upload passport copies, proof of address, and complete the digital application form. The Fawri platform processes everything electronically with UAE Pass integration.
Make Payment
Pay the license package fee and any additional services online. Payment triggers the Fawri processing pipeline.
Receive Your License
Your LLC trade license, Certificate of Formation, MOA, share register, and lease agreement are issued digitally. Fawri licenses are delivered in under 60 minutes.
Process Visas (Optional)
Apply for your Establishment Card and residence visas through the MFZ portal. Includes medical fitness test, Emirates ID application, and visa stamping.
Who Is Meydan Free Zone For
Best suited for cost-conscious entrepreneurs who value speed and digital convenience
Solo Startup Founder
Entrepreneurs launching a service, consulting, or e-commerce business who need a Dubai LLC quickly and affordably. The license-only package at AED 12,500 is one of the cheapest Dubai free zone options.
Primary Benefit
License in under 60 minutes from AED 12,500
Freelance Professional
Independent consultants, IT developers, and marketing specialists who need a legal entity for client invoicing. No share capital means zero upfront lock-up.
Primary Benefit
No share capital and flexible visa options
E-commerce Seller
Online retailers and dropshippers who need a commercial license with the flexibility to add visa allocations as the team grows. The digital platform supports immediate operational readiness.
Primary Benefit
Commercial license with up to 6 visa allocations
Small Remote Team
Companies with 3 to 6 employees who need visa allocations and prefer a fully digital operational model. The Scale package at AED 23,600 covers 6 visas.
Primary Benefit
6 visa allocations with fully digital management
How MFZ Compares
Side by side comparison with other affordable Dubai and UAE free zones
| Feature Highlight | Feature | Meydan FZ | IFZA | Shams | DSO |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest Package | AED 12,500 | AED 12,750 | AED 5,750 | AED 12,750 | - |
| Location | Dubai (Nad Al Sheba) | Dubai (DSO) | Sharjah | Dubai | - |
| Setup Speed | Under 60 minutes | 1 to 2 days | 1 to 3 days | 5 to 7 days | - |
| Share Capital | None | AED 50,000 | None | AED 10,000 | - |
| Max Visas | 6 | 12+ | 6 | 6+ | - |
| Business Activities | 2,500+ | 1,500+ | 1,500+ | 700+ | - |
| Foreign Ownership | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | - |
| Digital Platform | Full (Fawri) | Partial | Partial | Partial | - |
| Best For | Speed, Budget | Flexibility | Lowest Cost | Tech Focus | - |
Pricing reflects publicly available data as of April 2026. Contact each free zone for current rates.
Frequently Asked Questions
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- License issued in under 60 minutes with Fawri
- 100% foreign ownership, no local partner needed
- No share capital deposit required
- Packages from AED 12,500 per year